Diagnostic code
Diagnostic Code 5279: Anterior Metatarsalgia (Morton's Disease) Rating Criteria
- CFR section
- 38 CFR § 4.71a
- Rating range
- 10%
- Rating levels
- 1
- Body system
- Musculoskeletal system
The VA rates Anterior Metatarsalgia (Morton's Disease) under diagnostic code 5279 in 38 CFR § 4.71a. The table below is the full set of rating criteria, from the schedule itself, with the evidence factors raters look for at each level.
DC 5279 rating criteria
| Rating | Criteria |
|---|---|
| 10% | Metatarsalgia, anterior (Morton’s disease), unilateral, or bilateral |
Condition guide
The rating criteria are only part of the picture for Morton's Neuroma / Metatarsalgia. The Morton's Neuroma / Metatarsalgia condition page covers service connection, common evidence problems, secondary conditions, and Board outcome patterns in depth.
Frequently asked questions
What is VA diagnostic code 5279?
Diagnostic code 5279 is the VA rating schedule entry for Anterior Metatarsalgia (Morton's Disease), found in 38 CFR § 4.71a. The VA assigns this code when it rates the condition and applies the criteria listed on this page.
What ratings are possible under DC 5279?
DC 5279 provides ratings of 10%. The percentage depends on which criteria your medical evidence documents, not on the diagnosis alone.
What does the highest rating under DC 5279 require?
The 10% rating for Anterior Metatarsalgia (Morton's Disease) requires: Metatarsalgia, anterior (Morton’s disease), unilateral, or bilateral.
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